Indians and hill stations are a perfect combination, isn’t it? People love spending time in the hills rather than be it because they love serenity, the thrill it has on offer, or simply because the weather is amazing. Whatever the be, hill stations are like an integral part of travelers, especially adventurers.
One of the best hill stations in India is- Darjeeling. From the toy train ride to the amazing nightingale park, there are endless places to visit in Darjeeling.
Here is a list of the 8 romantic places to visit in Darjeeling for a honeymoon couples:
1. Tiger Hill, Darjeeling
Tiger Hill is one of the most popular summits in all of Darjeeling and it offers a mesmerizing view of the surroundings. You can book a cab from the city to reach here and come back.
The sunrise and sunset are known to be the best part of the day to visit here. Apart from enjoying the trekking trails, you can also witness the beauty of Kanchenjunga and Mt. Everest.
2. Darjeeling Ropeway
Do you love the thrill offered by astonishing heights? Or are you a fan of the panoramic view offered by a ropeway? If any of this is your thing, head straight for the Darjeeling Ropeway.
It is a wonderful 8 km ride in a rope car offering an unfathomable view of the surrounding hills and snow-clad mountains in the distance.
3. Sandakphu
Up for a thrilling trek while you visit Darjeeling? Sandakphu trek is the one that will give you chills and might tire you a bit. It is a moderate-level trek that starts from Manebhanjan and ends at the Sandakphu summit.
A lot of adventure junkies take this trek and find it to be one of the most memorable journeys of their life. The highest point on this trek, which is also the summit, is at an astonishing 11,929 ft above sea level.
4. Shrubbery Nightingale Park
Isn’t it true that not all of us want to have a heart-throbbing trip, right? If you are one of those travelers who wish to enjoy some time in peace especially if you are traveling on a honeymoon- then Shrubbery Nightingale Park can be an ideal place for you.
The landscaped gardens, a statue of Lord Shiva, and endless amount of beauty and serenity make this park favorable for everyone.
5. Rock Garden, Darjeeling
Those of you who are traveling to Darjeeling with your family, don’t miss out on the fun offered by Rock Garden. It is an artificial recreational park that opens every day of the week between 10 am to 4 pm for the public.
Indian visitors have to pay 10 INR per person as the entry fee whereas international travelers have to pay 50 INR per person to enter the park. If you want to be at a beautiful and quiet place then Rock Garden is where you should be heading.
6. Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
Himalayan Mountaineering Institute has always been a special place in the heart of Darjeeling. It was in 1954 when one of the legends in the mountaineering world “Tenzing Norgay” used to be the field teacher in this institute.
This iconic place houses a museum that has a lot of amazing sites for travelers to explore.
7. Darjeeling Himalayan Railway
Do you remember people talking about toy train rides in Darjeeling? The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway is the one that they talk about. You can get the ticket to this amazing journey online or at the Darjeeling station.
The train travels from one hill to the other offering amazing views of the surroundings. Make sure not to miss out on the fun offered by this train.
8. Mirik
Mirik is a small, blissful, and beautiful town in the Darjeeling district. There is a soothing spirit in the entire town and people love visiting here for a lot of reasons.
If you are traveling to this quaint admirable city, your eyes are up for treats and the camera has a lot of work to do.
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